Master & Apprentice
Whether you’re new to the story or an ongoing fan, “Master & Apprentice” is now collected as a TRADE PAPERBACK! For the first time, all 4-chapters are collected into one book, and is available for purchase HERE!
Master & Apprentice : ACT I is a 132-page Persian-themed Fantasy graphic novel that celebrates the adventure, magic, and danger of discovery, both literal and metaphorical. A millennia ago, a devastating event known as “the Dragon'' nearly destroyed the ancient world. Now, ALL sorcery and its ancient knowledge are strictly controlled by the Acadamae Sorcerai, an institution of learned individuals dedicating their lives to scientifically understanding the aether and using it to protect and benefit the civilized world. It’s skills, craft, and constitution are passed down from Master to Apprentice.
The story thus far follows the adventures of Apprentice Hamzah, who must prove his skill, wit, and tenacity for survival. More importantly, he must learn just what it means to be a Master of Sorcery, that it's not all about spellcraft, alchemy, and understanding the aether of the universe, but being able to find answers in a world that offers few.
From the beginning, I wanted to create a Fantasy adventure that is different from the typical tropes and ‘look’ of classical Euro-centric stories. Though the Epic High-Fantasy of “Elves, Dwarves, and Dragons” is great, I instead wanted the allure and beauty of Arabia, Western and Central Asia. Partially because I find the history, culture, and landscape so beautiful, but also because the origin of the word “Alchemy” is rooted in Medieval Arabia, the home to some of the world’s first chemists and scientists who laid the foundations for much of modern science still used today.
Going forward, Master & Apprentice will be collected in 4-chapter parts, called ACTS, with 3-Acts in all telling this particular story arch. I’d love to do more with this world and its concept, and with enough time, finances, and good luck, it will happen. For now, I hope you’ll enjoy the story…
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